Graduation Requirements
Financial Aid
GPA
College Readiness
Guidance
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How many total credits are needed for graduation?
24 total credits
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What are some examples of financial aid?
Loans, Scholarships, and Grants
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What does GPA stand for?
Grade Point Average
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What tests can give you a college readiness score?
SAT, ACT, or PERT
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What is the name of my school counselor?
9th & 12th Grade-Mrs. Rimondi 10th & 11th Grade-Ms. Taylor
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How many Science Credits are needed for graduation
3 Science Credits: 1 Physical Science (Chemistry, Earth Space, etc), Biology,1 additional science
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What does FAFSA stand for?
Free Application for Federal Student Aid
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What is the state GPA needed for graduation?
2.0 or higher
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How do you sign up for the SAT test
Online at www.collegeboard.org
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How do I get a copy of my transcript?
Fill out a transcript request in guidance and give to Ms. Mandy Rhoden 24 hours in advance. Transcripts can be send electronically or printed out on a paper copy
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How many years of Physical Education is needed for graduation?
1 H.O.P.E Credit though additional P.E. classes can be used to fulfill the elective requirement.
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How do you apply for Bright Futures Awards?
Fill out an application online at www.floridastudentfinancialaid.org starting December 1.
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What GPA is used for class ranking?
District (weighted) GPA
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What is the purpose of having college readiness scores?
Without college readiness scores, a student will be required to take remedial courses in college that are not counted towards their degree nor covered by financial aid.
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How do I sign up for a class on Florida Virtual?
First speak with your guidance counselor to get approval to take a course. Then go to www.flvs.net, create a profile, and request a course.
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Does a student need to take foreign language to graduate?
Yes, 2 years of the same foreign language is needed unless they meet requirements for a foreign language waiver.
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When do you start applying for financial aid (Scholarships, Florida Student Financial Aid, and FAFSA)?
Scholarships have different deadlines so check consistently on what scholarships are available. The Florida Student Financial Aid Application becomes available Dec. 1 of your senior year and must be completed prior to graduation. The FASFA becomes available January 1 and is required for many scholarships and grants, including Bright Futures.
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What quality points are assigned to each letter grade?
A=4, B=3, C=2, D=1, F=0
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What does PERT stand for?
Postsecondary Education Readiness Test
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How do I find out my Bright Futures status and GPA?
Go to www.flvc.org and create/log in to your account
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What six classes do we have at Baldwin that can fulfill the fine arts graduation requirement?
Draw/Paint, Journalism, Drama, Band, Chorus, and World Music
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What is the difference between subsidized and unsubsidized student loans?
Subsidized loans do not accrue interest until you start payments. Unsubsidized loans start accruing interest immediately.
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What is weighted GPA?
Advanced classes (Honors, AP, and dual enrollment) are given additional quality points for a grade of C or higher. (ex. A=5, B=4, C=3)
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What are the ACT and SAT college readiness scores for Reading and Math
SAT reading 440 math 440 ACT reading 18 math 19
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What can the guidance department do for me?
Scheduling, Credit issues, College/Career info, transcripts, testing, personal/social counseling, registration/withdraws, financial aid help, and many more resources! Come by and fill out a guidance request or check out our information tables any time!
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